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College of DuPage ELA Class Testing (In-Person)

9:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: EDI, Outreach
Event Details:

The College of DuPage and Carol Stream Public Library will offer FREE English Language Learning classes at the library.

CSPL Kit: Rainbow Fun (Preschool)

06/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 06/07/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Preschool
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Make & Take
Event Details:

This toddler rainbow craft is an example of how you can teach color recognition in a fun, hands-on way.

CSPL Kit: Wave Art (Grades K-5)

06/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 06/07/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Elementary School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, Make & Take, Passive Program
Event Details:

Color our world by creating a recreation of Hokusai's most famous painting, The Wave, made from torn strips of paper.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

9:30am - 10:15am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will share wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. An opportunity for free play and discussion will follow the storytime. 

Summer Volunteer Program (In-Person)

10:00am - 12:00pm
High School
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Discovery Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Crafts, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend your summer? Boost your college applications while you make new friends, and give back to your community by joining the Carol Stream Public Library Summer Volunteer Program!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Middle School Meetup: Video Gaming (In-Person)

1:45pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Middle School
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Bring your friends to this weekly hangout featuring a different activity at each meetup! No registration required.

Grades: 6-8

Tweens Can Cook: Raspberry-Lemon Scones (Online)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Youth programs)
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the master chefs from The Kids' Table as they instruct tweens in the fine art of creating Raspberry-Lemon Scones.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

9:30am - 10:15am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will be sharing wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. Stay to play and socialize and to connect with other caregivers.

Social Services Hours (Bi-lingual, In-Person)

10:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Study Room B
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Drop-in and meet your local social worker and connect with services that meet your needs. Learn what is available to residents.

Summer Volunteer Program (In-Person)

10:00am - 12:00pm
High School
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Crafts, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend your summer? Boost your college applications while you make new friends, and give back to your community by joining the Carol Stream Public Library Summer Volunteer Program!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Tots Can Cook: Strawberry Shortcake (Online)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Preschool
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Youth programs)
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the master chefs from The Kids' Table as they instruct preschoolers in the fine art of creating Strawberry Shortcake.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Terrific 2s and 3s (In-Person)

9:30am - 10:00am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to shake, rattle and read! We'll enjoy rhythmic stories and songs that may cause some bouncing of your own! Let's shake those wiggles out!

Preschool Pals (In-Person)

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids, Preschool
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a live storytime to dance, sing, read and play. 

Father's Day Mug Sublimation Craft (In-Person, Grades 5-8)

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Elementary School, Middle School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come with your creative ideas and leave with a wonderful Father's Day gift. We will be coloring a piece of paper with infusible ink and transferring it to a mug. 

Father's Day Mug Sublimation Craft (In-Person, Grades 1-4)

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Elementary School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come with your creative ideas and leave with a wonderful Father's Day gift. We will be coloring a piece of paper with infusible ink and transferring it to a mug. The image will not wash off and the mug is dishwasher and microwave safe.

History of Carol Stream (In-Person)

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know Carol Stream is often mistakenly thought to be named after a minor waterway, but the truth is it’s named after the daughter of the village's founder, Jay Stream.

Storytime Jamboree (In-Person)

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for an all-ages storytime featuring stories, music and movement. For families with children ages birth to six.

Kids Can Cook: Strawberry Cream Pie (Online)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elementary School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Zoom (Youth programs)
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the master chefs at The Kids' Table as they instruct kids in the fine art of creating Strawberry Cream Pie.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

DuPage Garden Club: Native Pollinators (In-Person)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Outreach, Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Honey bees tend to get a majority of the attention when it comes to pollination, but many insects play an essential role.

AARP's Smart DriverTek Workshop (In-Person)

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology (STEM)
Registration Required
Event Details:

AARP's instructors will guide us through a 90-minute workshop to learn all about the latest high-tech safety features in your current car and what technology to look for when shopping for a new car.

Diamond Painting (In-Person)

10:00am - 1:00pm
High School, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Create & Learn Center
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy session where you can relax, unwind, express yourself & connect with others. This month we will be celebrating Father's Day with Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs coasters.

Encuentro bilingüe (Bilingual, En persona)

11:30am - 12:00pm
Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Crafts, EDI, Storytimes, En español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Todos son bienvenidos. Este programa se llevará a cabo en inglés y español.
All are welcome. This program will be in English and Spanish.   

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

A Date with Dad (In-Person)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Parties & Celebrations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kick Off Dad’s Month with a Fun-Filled Date! Dads and kids (Grades K–5), come enjoy an afternoon of bonding, laughter, and quality time together! There’ll be tasty donuts, awesome activities, and games that’ll have everyone smiling.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Storytime for Little Ones (In-Person)

9:30am - 10:15am
Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carol Stream Public Library
Room: Horizon Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will share wonderful stories, songs and rhymes for our smallest friends. An opportunity for free play and discussion will follow the storytime.